2009 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki XL7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki XL7 would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 357 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (150 Nm). This means 2005 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Nubira | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Nubira | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
